Data Analytics Manager

Walt Disney Co.-posted 29 days ago
$138,400 - $199,400/Yr
Full-time • Manager
New York, NY
5,001-10,000 employees
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
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Working with the Executive Director of Polling, Elections, and Data Analytics, and the Washington Bureau, the Manager of Data Analytics will develop editorial content and analytical tools to support and enhance ABC News' coverage of public opinion and elections. This role brings together data science, survey analysis, data visualization, software engineering, and reporting to provide innovative coverage of polls and elections.

  • Develop analytical tools such as polling averages, election race ratings, county vote benchmarks, and other election metrics and tools.
  • Create editorial content based on polling, analytical tools, and election data.
  • Explore unique angles in storytelling by writing compelling news stories using ABC News' polling data and polls conducted by outside sources.
  • Help ensure that all ABC News platforms are presenting polling and election data with appropriate context.
  • Work with the Decision Desk in the design, implementation and testing of statistical models for making election projections and assisting in election analysis.
  • Conduct analyses of early voting using voter files and related data.
  • Assist the Director of Polling in overseeing the team that analyzes the exit poll on election nights for reporting across ABC News' platforms.
  • Vet polls and social science studies from outside sources for the news division and provide guidance on reportability and newsworthiness.
  • 10+ years of experience in data journalism, data analytics, and public opinion research including 5+ years in a newsroom and/or television environment.
  • A deep knowledge of and interest in data journalism and public opinion research as it relates to news and storytelling.
  • Experience with computer programming languages and database management (e.g., Python, SQL, and C++).
  • A strong communicator with the ability to translate polling and other data into clear, engaging news stories including data visualizations.
  • Experience with advanced statistical analysis, modeling, statistical software, (e.g., R, STAN, SPSS, STATA).
  • Experience working with data visualization software (e.g., Datawrapper, Tableau, Power BI).
  • A solid background in survey research methodology.
  • Experience working with and analyzing voter registration files, election returns and Census data.
  • Must be well-organized and able to handle multiple projects and news stories simultaneously.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and consistently meet very tight deadlines.
  • Able to work at night and on weekends during election season and during breaking news events.
  • Must have strong collaboration skills and demonstrated ability to work across various teams.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and high standards.
  • A solid background and interest in U.S. electoral politics.
  • BA or BS from a 4-year accredited college or university
  • Master's degree or PhD
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